# The Management of Hedgerows (England) Regulations 2024, Regulation 22: Powers of entry and examination etc.

Extent: E+W

When entering any premises or land under regulation 20 the Regulator may—
(a) bring any equipment or materials required for the authorised purpose in question;
(b) make such examination and investigation as may be necessary which includes but is not limited to the power to—
(i) observe and view;
(ii) require explanations;
(iii) seek or require information or records;
(iv) take copies of documents;
(v) direct other public bodies and local authorities, to exercise such functions as they may have to investigate as appropriate;
(vi) take possession of and detain substances or articles found;
(c) make such measurements, take such samples and photographs and make such recordings as the Regulator considers necessary for the purpose of any such examination or investigation.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2024/680/regulation/22 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/management-of-hedgerows-england-regulations-2024/regulation-22
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